This work deals with the problem of settling under gravity for coal-oil mixtures when the concentration of particles is large. The repulsive force necessary to ensure stability of coal particle is vital. The net forces acting on the particle include gravity, buoyancy, viscous drag force, and electrostatic repulsive force. Accordingly, the equation at the terminal velocity at settling is obtained along with a critical surface potential to prevent settling under gravity.
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